Thank you for this video. I've got two vents to replace due to squirrel squatters, which caused leakage. I wouldn't have thought this repair would be so simple and cheap. I thought I was going to need to have the whole roof done!! Thank you again!!
hey man, just a few thoughts. I'm a new homeowner who is trying to figure out how to DIY stuff. It's been pretty overwhelming since as the old adage goes, "I don't know what I don't know." Many of the roofing videos I've found on youtube try to quickly give a tutorial on how to do something, but honestly, as someone with ADHD, I like way more details than most, and I still haven't felt comfortable attempting roof repairs after watching these because I have literally never done this before and I feel like too many small things are completely glossed over. All of that to say, I REALLY APPRECIATE how you wear a gopro and literally show the entire process, not a demonstration on a fake roof or a 10 second overview of what needs to happen. You just show the whole thing. Not only that, you give tips and advice that I write down on a sheet of paper so I can refer to it later before I do something as seemingly crazy feeling as cutting a hole in my roof. So just wanted to say I appreciate your contributions to the people of the internet, and I wish you well.
I do commercial roofing and been asked to help a friend on their residential roof repairs. This video was straight to the point and very informative. Thanks for the info!!!!!!!
I would’ve put tar/caulking underneath the vent as well incase water gets underneath, but good job one of the few youtubers that knows what he’s actually doing
My uncle built an airplane in his garage in the 1980s and there was a large amount of duct tape involved! It flew, too! I wish I had a photo. I was a little kid at the time.
On a roof years ago I found someone had flipped over an old gallon paint can, cut a hole in the side and caulked it to the shingles. That was their vent! Stupidest thing I've seen. Wish I had a photo of it but those were pre-cell phone days.
8 years ago, my bumper on my Sierra started to rust through. I covered it with Gorilla tape and it's been on there ever since. Gorilla tape is way better than duct tape
This one has a very strong neodymium magnet embedded in the center of the head. Some others have a magnet on the top part for just getting the nails started.
I had one of these just replaced. Looking up from the attic I can see some overlap of the vent edge over the original opening. Like it wasn't aligned perfectly. Is that ok?
Just food for thought here...commenting on other contractor UA-cam pages and participating in an online challenge will advertise your channel even if the UA-cam algorithm isn’t helping you.
Grand Roofing Inc. right on, I guess what I specifically mean with the online challenge is Zach of all trades has a 1 square roofing challenge where other contractors post their videos and time their run and compete against him in friendly competition thus creating buzz. His channel was named worlds fastest shingler (provocative name). UA-cam’s roofing community (who probably are the ones searching and looking these types of videos up) seems to enjoy it.
Oh thank you, I think I've seen some of his videos. I think he lives just a couple hours from me up in northern Indiana South bend area somewhere. He's an ex-military guy right? Where are you watching from?
I never extend my ladder 3' above and everyone has their own comfortability with ladders. You have to do what works for you not what OSHA says is ideal. I like my ladder 1 ft. Above gutter but no more.
@@ResearchNational its nice to do whats comfortable ! Here in B.C , Worksafe is pretty tough on contractors. You choose not follow there rules, then be prepared to open up your wallet. Fines are not cheap and double everytime you are caught with the same infraction. I heard of a company on the coast that was fined $15,000 one day, $30,000 the next for not wearing harness when required! Brutal!
Thank you for this video. I've got two vents to replace due to squirrel squatters, which caused leakage. I wouldn't have thought this repair would be so simple and cheap. I thought I was going to need to have the whole roof done!! Thank you again!!
hey man, just a few thoughts. I'm a new homeowner who is trying to figure out how to DIY stuff. It's been pretty overwhelming since as the old adage goes, "I don't know what I don't know." Many of the roofing videos I've found on youtube try to quickly give a tutorial on how to do something, but honestly, as someone with ADHD, I like way more details than most, and I still haven't felt comfortable attempting roof repairs after watching these because I have literally never done this before and I feel like too many small things are completely glossed over. All of that to say, I REALLY APPRECIATE how you wear a gopro and literally show the entire process, not a demonstration on a fake roof or a 10 second overview of what needs to happen. You just show the whole thing. Not only that, you give tips and advice that I write down on a sheet of paper so I can refer to it later before I do something as seemingly crazy feeling as cutting a hole in my roof. So just wanted to say I appreciate your contributions to the people of the internet, and I wish you well.
Need to replace three this weekend due to a squirrel squatter. Best video on YT.
Damn. That was far faster and easier than I thought it would be. I thought I was going to have to pull and redo a part of my roof. Thank you.
I do commercial roofing and been asked to help a friend on their residential roof repairs. This video was straight to the point and very informative. Thanks for the info!!!!!!!
I would’ve put tar/caulking underneath the vent as well incase water gets underneath, but good job one of the few youtubers that knows what he’s actually doing
You actually don't need tar
, tar can actually trap water after it expands and cause a leak
Wow thank you! Being a single female homeowner this made it look so much easier than I thought!
Great video. Got a box vent leak and needed to know how to fix it. You did A great job showing how it’s done. I’m subscribing!
Straight forward not cocky! Excellent video brother! Thanks I'm about to tackle some roofing things and glad I found you!
If you've got any questions let me know
Very well done and informative. Will use this to guide my replacement diy. Took note of using only spots of sealant to prevent trapping water.
Thanks for the info I'm about to change 4 old dried out plastic vents
I have to remove mine because I am putting on a metal roof. Thank you for the video.
I'll be doing six like this tomorrow buddy tyvm
Very well done! Thanks for making this 👍
I'm doing one on the 4th as well... it's a metal vent replacement and MUCH higher up but thanks for the video. Mag Hatchet - check!
Thanks I'll remember not to repel down my air hose line, great story. Good video easy to understand
Awesome. I have some roof vents that need replacing this is just what I was looking for. Thanks
Good stuff. I get to replace 4 plastic pieces of crap that completely disintegrated.
Great presentation! Made it look pretty easy. Keep yup the good work.
You do good work keep plugging you’ll catch on
Thanks for all your videos
My uncle built an airplane in his garage in the 1980s and there was a large amount of duct tape involved! It flew, too! I wish I had a photo. I was a little kid at the time.
Geo Seal 4500 is the best adhesive
Excellent work mate. Cheers
Thank you, great video, direct and detailed. Nicely done.
Great job!
Thanks for the information.
Thank you for the video!!
tnku! I def leaned a few things
Skylight on my 1980 datsun leaked real bad. Duct tape sealed it til the head gasket blew out
Thanks, Great job
On a roof years ago I found someone had flipped over an old gallon paint can, cut a hole in the side and caulked it to the shingles. That was their vent! Stupidest thing I've seen. Wish I had a photo of it but those were pre-cell phone days.
Lol wow
Do you fully warranty this repair?
Thank you!
I saw someone make a duck tape hammock
What about the shingles around it that are now damaged and have holes in them? Would it be best to replace them as well?
8 years ago, my bumper on my Sierra started to rust through. I covered it with Gorilla tape and it's been on there ever since. Gorilla tape is way better than duct tape
Hahaha, I haven't heard of that one.
I wish I could post a picture of my Sierras bumper, there's nothing left to tape.
Good tip for tar, spit on your finger then rub it in
I thought roofer say you have to replace the shingles
Is that sealer silicone or a black jack?
Cousin broke a tie rod waaaay back on an old logging road zip ties and duct tape got us home
Thanks!
Awesome!!
Thanks!
Good one man, like it.
I saw a roofer putting 9 nails per shingle here in Vermont
0 dislikes... must be the right way, thanks!
What is an acceptable charge for your services here?
Great video! Who makes replacement box vent you are using? Plastic or metal? Thanks
Those shingles should be replaced . relying on silicone is not good practice.
Very helpful
What is the brand/type of box vent you used to replace it. Do you have a link? Thank you!
I seen your videos for a while
Why don’t you use a ladder rack, maybe a canopy to cover all your things from weather
I’m Oregon weather is crazy
Are not all roofing hatchets magnetic? The one you listed is $70, while others are $30ish (Stanley, Vaughan)
This one has a very strong neodymium magnet embedded in the center of the head. Some others have a magnet on the top part for just getting the nails started.
I need to replace my vent as it’s causing the roof to leak. I’m in NJ. What would someone charge to have this done on average?
What did you do to the nail on the bottom of the vent that were exposed?
I had one of these just replaced. Looking up from the attic I can see some overlap of the vent edge over the original opening. Like it wasn't aligned perfectly. Is that ok?
Nice video. I need that exact vent what kind is it?
Why plastic you know a squirrel will chew through that right?
The old nails that come out, do you have to individually seal those holes that they make?
Only if you don't want to worry about leaks, up to you.
Leaking Ford windshield sealer.
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How much do you charge for something like that in your area ?
Do Zach of all trades 1 square roofing challenge
Just food for thought here...commenting on other contractor UA-cam pages and participating in an online challenge will advertise your channel even if the UA-cam algorithm isn’t helping you.
I do try to comment on other channel pages yes, but not sure what you're talking about with online challenges? I appreciate any tips thank you!
Grand Roofing Inc. right on, I guess what I specifically mean with the online challenge is Zach of all trades has a 1 square roofing challenge where other contractors post their videos and time their run and compete against him in friendly competition thus creating buzz. His channel was named worlds fastest shingler (provocative name). UA-cam’s roofing community (who probably are the ones searching and looking these types of videos up) seems to enjoy it.
Oh thank you, I think I've seen some of his videos. I think he lives just a couple hours from me up in northern Indiana South bend area somewhere. He's an ex-military guy right? Where are you watching from?
Grand Roofing Inc. wisco
Those shingles should all have been replaced. This is not the proper way. But if the customer is cheap I guess that's what they paid for.
Lol he explains that they should be but why he isnt while making this video
Your ladder is to steep ratio should be 4:1...and is not extended above roof edge 3'. Good job tieing ladder off!
I never extend my ladder 3' above and everyone has their own comfortability with ladders. You have to do what works for you not what OSHA says is ideal. I like my ladder 1 ft. Above gutter but no more.
@@ResearchNational its nice to do whats comfortable ! Here in B.C , Worksafe is pretty tough on contractors. You choose not follow there rules, then be prepared to open up your wallet. Fines are not cheap and double everytime you are caught with the same infraction. I heard of a company on the coast that was fined $15,000 one day, $30,000 the next for not wearing harness when required! Brutal!
Pin stripe a car